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Old 03-20-2004, 07:09 AM
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Originally posted by oilburninokie
Why would you want a bypass filter? What is your objective?
1. To see if I can make this engine last longer than me.
2. In an attempt to extend the oil/filter change intervals.
3. As an exercise to familiarize myself with this wonderful new automobile. I enjoyed doing this to my two TDIs and was looking for same but...

You guys have convinced me that MB has done a better job than VW at oil filtration and there appears there are more beneficial ways to spend my time/$ on this car. Thanks so much for the advice which is well taken by this new MB diesel owner.
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